Ten Fruits to Eat in April

Introduction: In the modern era, fruits are increasingly revolutionizing traditional beauty methods. They are becoming key ingredients in effective skincare products, helping to shield our skin from environmental toxins, resist bacterial infections, and reduce the signs of aging.

Pineapple

Pineapple contains a substance called "bromelain," which can break down proteins, dissolve fibrin and blood clots blocked in tissues, improve local blood circulation, and reduce inflammation and swelling. The sugars, salts, and enzymes in pineapple also have a diuretic effect, and moderate consumption is beneficial for patients with nephritis and hypertension. Pineapple is mild in nature and sweet, with functions such as strengthening the stomach and aiding digestion, tonifying the spleen to stop diarrhea, and clearing the stomach to quench thirst.

Banana

Eating bananas can help people who are emotionally fragile and sentimental to dispel pessimistic and irritable moods, maintaining a calm and happy state. This is mainly because it increases the level of serotonin, a mood-elevating substance, in the brain. Studies have found that the serotonin levels in the brains of patients with depression are lower than in normal people.

Banana Stewed Egg

Apple

Apples contain ample moisture, and their flesh is crisp, sweet, and fragrant. It is a common and essential fruit in our daily lives. Apples contain trace elements such as zinc and iron, as well as vitamins B1, B2, C, and carotene, pectin, and dietary fiber—all of which are excellent ingredients for skin beauty and provide excellent moisturizing effects. Apples are also rich in fruit acids, which can help clear pores and effectively combat acne.

Pear

Pears are a fruit that can make one feel vibrant and energetic. They are full of water and rich in vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and the trace element iodine. They help maintain the health of cell tissues, aid organs in detoxifying and purifying, soften blood vessels, and promote the delivery of more calcium to the bones. However, pears should be chewed slowly to be better absorbed.

Snow Pear and Tremella Fungus

Mango

The nutritional value of mango fruit is extremely high. Its vitamin A content reaches up to 3.8%, which is twice that of apricots. Its vitamin C content also exceeds that of oranges and strawberries. Mangoes contain sugars, proteins, and other nutrients such as calcium, phosphorus, and iron, all of which are essential for the human body. Mangoes have 14%-24.8% soluble solids, 11%-19% sugar content, and 0.65%-1.31% protein. Every 100 grams of pulp contains 2281-6300 micrograms of carotene, and the content of essential trace elements (such as selenium, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium) is also very high.

It is worth noting that mangoes should not be eaten on a full stomach, and they cannot be consumed with spicy substances like garlic, as this can cause "yellowing disease." The mechanism is not yet clear, but this is a common piece of folk wisdom. Furthermore, according to modern reports, there have been cases of nephritis caused by excessive mango consumption, so caution is advised.

Strawberry

Nutritionists have given many explanations about the multiple nutritional values of strawberries. Experts emphasize that as a plant-based food, strawberries have a remarkable "iron-supplementing" effect, which is difficult for most vegetables and fruits to achieve. Every 100 grams of strawberries contains about 2 grams of iron, and the iron provided by 500 grams of strawberries can reach half of an adult's daily requirement, showing that the iron content in strawberries is indeed very high.

Strawberry Yogurt

Grape

Grapes are especially suitable for "lazy" people because the healthiest way to eat them is "without peeling or spitting the seeds." The grape skin and seeds are more nutritious than the pulp. The reason red wine has better health benefits than white wine is that it is made with the skins included. Researchers at Bordeaux University in France also found that OPC, a substance in grape seeds that enhances immunity and delays aging, is 85% absorbed and utilized by the human body.

Mangosteen

Mangosteen is rich in protein and lipids, which has a good nourishing effect on the body and is excellent for recuperation in cases of weakness, malnutrition, or after illness. The pulp of mangosteen contains 16.8% soluble solids, 0.63% citric acid, and other vitamins B1, B2, C4 and minerals. It has the effect of reducing dryness, cooling, and clearing heat. Therefore, mangosteen is not only delicious but also has the effect of reducing internal heat and can counteract the heatiness of durian. Additionally, mangosteen is rich in protein and lipids, which has a good nourishing effect on the body and is excellent for recuperation in cases of weakness, malnutrition, or after illness.

Mangosteen is rich in fiber, which absorbs water and expands in the stomach, and excessive consumption can actually cause constipation. Furthermore, mangosteen is a "cooling" fruit, so people with a "cold" constitution should eat it in moderation. It should not be eaten in large quantities or with other "cooling" foods like watermelon, soy milk, beer, cabbage, mustard greens, bitter melon, or winter melon lotus leaf soup. If consumed in excess, it can be counteracted by drinking ginger tea boiled with brown sugar.

Grape Milk Crisps

Cherry

Cherries have been a beauty fruit since ancient times. Cherry juice can help facial skin become fair, rosy, wrinkle-free, and spotless, making it a favorite ingredient in many whitening products. Cherries are not only rich in vitamin C but also extremely rich in iron—13 times that of hawthorn and 20 times that of apples. In addition to their high iron content, they also contain vitamin A, which balances sebum secretion and delays aging, and helps activate cells and beautify the skin.

Kiwi

Kiwifruit is rich in vitamin C, five to six times that of an equivalent amount of citrus. The vitamin E it contains has a strong antioxidant effect, can help eliminate spots and acne, and enhances the skin's anti-aging ability. The fruit contains sugars, proteins rich in amino acids, twelve types of proteases, vitamins B1, C, carotene, and various other components such as calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, potassium, magnesium, chlorine, and pigments. These are all beneficial components for human skin and can help alleviate the dryness caused by spring.

Warm reminder: Everyone loves fruit, but there are certain rules to follow when eating it. Blindly consuming fruit can harm your health. Eating too much fruit can lead to copper deficiency in the body, which in turn can increase cholesterol in the blood and cause coronary heart disease. Therefore, it is not advisable to eat too much fruit in a short period.

Kiwi Tart with Pastry Crust